
Cyberpunk TTRPG · Cyberpunk Roleplaying Game
Cyberpunk
Cyberpunk immerses you in Night City and the sprawl, where style meets survival. You are Edgerunners, freelancers navigating between gang territories and corporate towers. The gameplay emphasises bold choices, chaotic consequences, and sharp-edged characters. Fans appreciate the intense action, neon-noir atmosphere, and complex social interactions. The current edition, Cyberpunk RED, sets the scene in a post-war reconstruction, featuring chrome, netrunning, and street-level intrigue.
What can you expect from a session? Your crew assesses a target, meets fixers, bypasses scanners, and quickly adapts when plans shift. It is perfect for newcomers seeking guided, cinematic play, as well as veterans who relish tactical options and moral dilemmas. Ideal for one-shots, birthdays, and teams that thrive on collaboration under pressure. See available Game Masters to find your perfect match.
How to play Cyberpunk
Cyberpunk has a straightforward core mechanic. Roll a d10, add a stat and a skill, and aim to meet or exceed a target number. On your turn, you describe your actions, and the Game Master will inform you what to roll or what it will cost. Combat is swift and deadly. Initiative, cover, and autofire are significant factors. Damage is determined by weapon dice. Armour mitigates hits and degrades over time. Critical injuries heighten the stakes. Hacking and drones follow the same speak-and-roll process, with clear options.
You start with a character concept. Choose a role such as Solo, Netrunner, or Fixer, along with a penchant for risk. A professional Game Master can provide pre-generated characters if you wish to dive in quickly. They supply maps, handouts, and details about the city's factions. One-shots concentrate on a single Job with a clear beginning and an exit strategy. Campaigns track finances, cyberware, and reputation across story arcs, ensuring that choices have lasting consequences. Gameplay can occur in person or online using shared sheets and maps. Discover how sessions operate online on popular platforms.




Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know the rules or the lore of Night City?
Not at all. A professional Game Master will teach you the essentials as you play. You describe what your Edgerunner attempts, and the GM calls for tests using a d10 with your stat and skill against a difficulty. Gunfights are swift and perilous, but you will receive clear choices and guidance. Pre-built characters are available, or you can bring a concept and select a Role. The GM manages the mechanics so you can concentrate on bold decisions.
Which edition of Cyberpunk do you run?
Most bookings use Cyberpunk RED, the current edition set in the Time of the Red after the corporate wars. It is streamlined and keeps the whole crew engaged in every scene. If your group prefers the classic Cyberpunk 2020 feel, that can be arranged with advance notice. Some Game Masters also offer v3 upon request. See available Game Masters to find someone who runs your preferred edition.
How does Cyberpunk differ from D&D?
There is no magic or dungeons. It is near-future crime and survival. Characters use broad Roles and a detailed skill list, rather than fantasy classes and spells. Guns are lethal, armour degrades as it takes damage, and planning, legwork, and contacts are just as important as firefights. Advancement is gritty and incremental. You enhance skills, chrome, and gear instead of accumulating vast pools of hit points. Heists and negotiations take the place of treasure hunts.
What group size and session length are most effective?
Cyberpunk shines with 2 to 6 players over 3 to 4 hours. With 2 or 3 players, expect tight, surgical jobs and character-focused scenes. With 5 or 6, the GM incorporates more planning time and larger set pieces. A one-shot typically covers a full Job from setup to getaway. In a campaign, your crew’s income, chrome, and reputation grow over time, meaning choices in one mission resonate into the next.
How do hacking and netrunning function at the table?
In Cyberpunk RED, netrunning occurs simultaneously with everyone else's actions. The Netrunner takes quick turns within the same round, scanning, breaching defences, and taking control of systems while the team operates on the ground. This keeps the table engaged and the pace lively. If you request Cyberpunk 2020, the GM can adapt older NET rules to ensure the crew still shares the spotlight. Expect straightforward references, visual aids, and clear outcomes for hacks.
Is the content particularly dark, and can we establish limits?
Cyberpunk explores adult themes, violence, corporate oppression, and body modification. You define the boundaries. Before play, the Game Master reviews tone and limits, employing safety tools to ensure everyone feels at ease. You can request gritty street-level struggles, stylish action with less graphic detail, or anything in between. If tone matters to you, take a look at GM playstyles and choose one that suits. The city is unforgiving, but your group determines the focus.
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